Explained in plain English

Who decides Olympic venues?

For major events like the Olympics, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) works with local organising committees and international sports federations. In this case, World Rowing and Paddle Worldwide, the governing bodies for these sports, had to endorse the Fitzroy River course. Their approval is crucial to ensure the venue meets competitive standards and is fair for all athletes, even if local factors like crocodiles aren't their primary concern.